Applying for a job and preparing for an interview are two different things.
Preparing for a job interview has been so stressful to many first-time job seekers. But if you consider these crucial things before the interview to demonstrate your interest in the opportunity, you will definitely stand out from others;
Research background information about the company
Most interviewers would ask you on what you know about the company. You should be conversant with every detail and achievement of the company to be able to tackle this question. You must show your seriousness to work for the company by studying and presenting your findings when asked upon.
"Another person was going for an internship during their junior year in college and, despite being told that the employer only hired seniors, when she was able to ask insightful questions across all 8 of their case studies, they were so impressed they broke the rules and hired her," says Goodman, a career professional.
Know about the interviewer
People hire people they like. It is important to build similarities with your interviewer. There are many ways you can learn about your interviewer, i.e asking from other company's employees or checking their profile at LinkedIn.
Review the job description
Reviewing job description means focusing exactly on the things the company wants. It is important to speak about the qualification and how you will enforce once employed. If the description mentions that they want someone with more than 3 years of experience, make sure you speak about that.
Prepare questions
Most interviewers ask the interviewee to pose a question to them. It is believed that anyone who is really interested in a job should have a question about the company. Goodman says the most important questions to ask is regarding the challenges one faces as he works in the company.
Plan your journey
Before setting out for an interview, you should be aware of the company's location and how long it takes you to be there. This will allow you to be at the interview at the right time. You should not be there too early or late.
Stay focused and confident
For one to succeed in an interview, he should be confident and focused. Trembling or sweating in front of the interview panel will cost you the job. Therefore you should rehearse before the actual day to build confidence.
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